Introduction

The recipe from clean eating called out generic vegetable broth. I used the one in this recipe. The difference makes this even better!I also did not add any additional salt/pepper. The CE recipe called for 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. I did not add to mine.
The recipe from clean eating called out generic vegetable broth. I used the one in this recipe. The difference makes this even better!I also did not add any additional salt/pepper. The CE recipe called for 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. I did not add to mine.

Directions

Serv size is 8 oz.Let cook longer than shown if you'd like the carrots and celery to be softer.Rinse the lentils and pick through for any small bit of dirt or stones. Drain.Place the lentils in a soup pot with the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the center of the lentils are no longer hard.Add the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomato sauce, olive oil, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.Continue simmering for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.If using lemon juice, add just before serving. Can store covered for up to 5 days in the fridge, or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.